Method and system for developing or tracking a program for medical treatment

Abstract

This invention relates generally to a method and system for developing or tracking a program for medical treatment. More particularly, the present invention facilitates the development of a treatment program, the retrieval of the program by the patient, the entry of feedback about the program by the patient, and the processing of that feedback.

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FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]This invention relates generally to a method and system for providing and tracking a program for medical treatment. More particularly, the present invention facilitates the development of a treatment program, the retrieval of the program by the patient, the tracking of the patient's use of the program, the entry of feedback about the program by the patient, and the processing of that feedback.BACKGROUND[0002]Physical therapy is often prescribed for patients as a program for rehabilitation following injury, sickness, a surgical operation, etc. But physical therapy programs often require a patient to perform a substantial amount of unsupervised exercise at home. As a result, patients sometimes do not perform the exercises properly or do not perform them at all.[0003]Various approaches have been made to improve home therapy programs. These approaches include providing illustrations and text about the exercises to the patient. Other attempts include providing...

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Benefits of technology

"The invention is a system and method that helps physical therapists create personalized exercise programs for patients based on their condition. It also tracks if the patient is performing the exercises correctly and suggests other healthcare products or services that may be beneficial. The system includes a database to store the program and patient feedback. The method involves receiving patient data, displaying relevant exercises and tutorials, and collecting feedback from the patient. Overall, the invention makes it easier for physical therapists to create effective treatment programs for patients."

Problems solved by technology

But physical therapy programs often require a patient to perform a substantial amount of unsupervised exercise at home.

As a result, patients sometimes do not perform the exercises properly or do not perform them at all.

Patients often do not find the correct form of the exercise because the illustrations and video are not customized for each patient.

Moreover, these approaches do not track whether the patient performed the prescribed exercises and performed them correctly.

Accordingly, patients often do not benefit from the home exercise programs.

Consequently, health insurance companies may expend money on physical therapy that is not effective.

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